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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne to Milan Centrale
Cheapest price
€98
Average price
€99
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Milan Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucerne to Milan Centrale will cost around €99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €98.
Of the 19 trains that leave Lucerne for Milan Centrale on Wed, Nov 12, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 12 the direct trains cover the 187 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 32 m .
On Wed, Nov 12 the slowest trains will take 2 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Lucerne to Milan Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Milan Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €16.
Distance: 187 km
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4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lucerne to Milan Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Milan Centrale trains for today, Tuesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EuroCity 11 | 7:00 AM Zug station | 2h53 | 9:53 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 11 | 7:18 AM Arth-Goldau | 2h35 | 9:53 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 33 | 8:00 AM Zug station | 2h50 | 10:50 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 33 | 8:18 AM Arth-Goldau | 2h32 | 10:50 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 13 | 9:00 AM Zug station | 2h53 | 11:53 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 13 | 9:18 AM Arth-Goldau | 2h35 | 11:53 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 15 | 11:00 AM Zug station | 2h53 | 1:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 15 | 11:18 AM Arth-Goldau | 2h35 | 1:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 151 | 12:00 PM Zug station | 2h53 | 2:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 151 | 12:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 2h35 | 2:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 17 | 1:00 PM Zug station | 2h53 | 3:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 17 | 1:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 2h35 | 3:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 19 | 3:00 PM Zug station | 2h53 | 5:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 19 | 3:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 2h35 | 5:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 173 | 3:49 PM Arth-Goldau | 3h04 | 6:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 21 | 5:00 PM Zug station | 2h53 | 7:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 21 | 5:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 2h35 | 7:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 23 | 7:00 PM Zug station | 2h53 | 9:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 23 | 7:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 2h35 | 9:53 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Lucerne to Milan Centrale
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Trains from Lucerne to Milan Centrale run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:18, the last at 18:18. The fastest train covers the 187 km distance in 2h 32m.
Distance 187 km |
Average train duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 08:18 |
Last train 18:18 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Lucerne to Milan Centrale trainsTrenitalia, SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Lucerne and Milan Centrale from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lucerne to Milan Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne to Milan Centrale by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Milan Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lucerne to Milan Centrale
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Zentralstrasse.
- Restaurant La Cucina
- Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Monopol Luzern
- Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel
- Hotel Central Luzern
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 420 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Boat connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Lake Lucerne boats
- Train: SBB services to various destinations
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalAccessibilityWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
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